Hosting concerts, performances, and cultural events in a historic, community-focused space.
Offering lessons, classes, and programs through partners like Music Classes Canberra and Music for Canberra.
Providing facilities for art exhibitions, competitions, workshops, and private events.
Serving as a headquarters for small arts organizations and fostering local creative talent.
Featuring amenities like a public piano for community use and engagement.
I do piano lessons there once a week with Music Classes Canberra. It is wonderful they repurposed the old Ainslee School to put on various music and arts programs. There is a piano in the centre hall that people can play and I believe this was due to the ABC's Piano program that aired in 2025.
Music for Canberra headquarters. Offering a rsnge of music options.
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Ainslie Arts Centre is a vital part of the Canberra arts scene. Many small arts organisations run from this centre, particularly those to do with Canberra’s music scene. The staff at Ainslie and Gorman Arts Centres are extremely hard-working, kind and professional. Many are practicing artists themselves and have years of experience working in the arts in Canberra and around Australia.
Great venue and facility for art, cultural and musical competition events. Staff are friendly

Where creativity meets community in Canberra's vibrant arts hub.
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Ainslie Arts Centre, located in Braddon, ACT, is a repurposed historic school that serves as a dynamic hub for the arts in Canberra. We host live music performances, educational programs, and events, supporting local artists and organizations. With a 4.7/5 rating, our centre offers a welcoming space for music lessons, cultural competitions, and community engagement, featuring amenities like a public piano. Our dedicated staff, many of whom are practicing artists, ensure a professional and inspiring environment for all.
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